The Arts and Design

Ahoy! Tickets Now on Sale for Pirates! Middle School Production 2025

We are thrilled to announce that tickets for our highly anticipated Middle School production of Pirates! are now available! This vibrant and adventurous show features talented students from across the Middle School, who have been rehearsing with dedication and enthusiasm twice a week to bring this exciting performance to life.

Showcasing their commitment to the Round Square IDEAL of Adventure, our students are stepping out of their comfort zones and onto the stage, ready to entertain and inspire audiences with energy, humour, and heart.

Tickets are expected to sell quickly, so we encourage families and friends to secure theirs soon to avoid missing out on what promises to be an unforgettable production. Don’t miss the boat- Pirates! is sailing into town!

Rebecca Bettiol

Learning Leader - Arts

Students across the Middle School are deep into the exciting phase of prototype creation in their Product Design classes. Each year level is exploring innovation through hands-on projects that combine creativity, sustainability, and real-world problem-solving.

Year 6 students are putting their time and energy into designing and making clocks that showcase both functionality and flair. With a strong focus on precision and aesthetics, they are learning about the mechanics of timekeeping and the importance of thoughtful design.

In Year 7, sustainability takes centre stage as students develop propeller-driven toy cars using recycled materials. These eco-conscious creations are not only fun but also promote environmental awareness and design resourcefulness.

Year 8 students are pushing boundaries by designing a futuristic artefact prototype. These imaginative creations draw from science fiction, speculative design, and emerging technologies, allowing students to envision and prototype objects that might exist in the world of tomorrow.

Meanwhile, Year 9 is rising to the challenge of designing a solar punk-inspired architectural solution for a city of their choice. Grounded in the principles of architecture, sustainability, and future-focused urban design, students are creating visionary buildings that blend environmental technology with creative aesthetics.

From recycled toys to future cities, it’s clear that Grammar students are not just learning about design – they’re shaping it. Watch this space as prototypes come to life in the weeks ahead!

Inneke Smit

MYP Design Teacher